…being for farmers and ranchers, but a good farm bill is for every single American. Think about it. Our farmers and ranchers produce the highest quality, lowest cost food supply…
Efforts to Keep California Herds Safe from Avian Influenza
…will continue with active enforcement of existing guidelines prohibiting diseased cattle from entering California. Keeping the pathogen from entering the state is paramount for protecting California dairy herds. Raudabaugh describes…
NMPF, IDFA Concerned with Final WIC Rule Reducing Access to Dairy
The dairy industry responds to a new WIC final rule. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the International Dairy Foods Association…
Almond Matters: Rotating Fungicides in Disease Management Programs
…primarily on contact. Farmers are encouraged to tailor their fungicide programs accordingly, combining systemic and contact treatments for optimal results. “Alternation is the name of the game from a resistance…
Climate Change and Farming
…security along with human and planetary health ahead of the upcoming farm policy negotiations. Researcher Dr. Margiana Petersen-Rockney grew up on a dairy farm in California, then farmed on her…
Political Aspects of Climate Change Affecting Farmers
The politics of climate change and how its affecting farmers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. by-studio/Shutterstock Image Researcher Dr. Margiana Petersen-Rockney says the topic of climate change…
Regional Conservation Partnership Program Supported by $1.5 Billion
…total of $1.5 billion is being made available in fiscal year 2024. RCPP initiatives benefit farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners by promoting conservation strategies, saving costs, generating revenue, and enhancing…
Food Prices Halt Seven-Month Decline
…driven by higher price indices for vegetable oils, dairy products, and meat. That slightly more than offset decreases in those for sugar and cereals. Before the uptick in March following…
U.S. Trade Gap Hits $68 Billion
…of $729 million in the foods, feeds, and beverages category of national exports. Soybean exports dropped by $1.9 billion, wheat dropped by $429 million, and dairy products by $97 million….
HPAI Infection Found in Ohio Dairy Cattle
Another state confirms bird flu in dairy cattle. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Veterinarian checking dairy cattle By pressmaster/DepositPhotos image Ohio now has its first case of…
Investments in Renewable Energy and Fertilizer Production
…costs, generate income, and create jobs for farmers, ranchers, and rural businesses. “USDA is committed to ensuring farmers, ranchers and small businesses are directly benefitting from both a clean energy…
USDA Seeks Partnerships to Expand Conservation on Grazing Lands
…will expand technical assistance for farmers and ranchers engaged in grazing activities, fostering peer-to-peer networks and providing financial support for mentors. Eligible entities include nonprofit organizations, farmer or rancher organizations,…
Details of the Bipartisan Farm Transition Act of 2024
…States over the next two decades. This commission, consisting of 10 members, would study and make recommendations on various aspects of transitioning agricultural operations to the next generation of farmers…
Human Case of HPAI Found in Texas
…professionals have confirmed the a rare of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a human. The infected person is a worker at a dairy in Texas, the state where HPAI was…